French actors who deceased in 1983
Here are 13 famous actors from France died in 1983:
Louis de Funès
Louis de Funès (July 31, 1914 Courbevoie-January 27, 1983 Nantes) also known as Louis de Funes, Fufu, Louis Germain de Funès de Galarza, Louis Germain David de Funès de Galarza, De Funes, L. de Funès, de Funès or the man with the forty faces per minute was a French actor, screenwriter, pianist, film director, comedian and voice actor. He had three children, Daniel Charles Louis de Funès de Galarza, Olivier de Funès and Patrick Charles de Funès de Galarza.
Louis de Funès began his acting career in the 1940s and became a famous star of French cinema in the 1960s and 1970s. He appeared in over 140 films and is best known for his roles in comedies, particularly his collaborations with director Jean Girault. Some of his most popular films include "La Grande Vadrouille" (1966), "The Mad Adventures of 'Rabbi' Jacob" (1973) and "The Troops of St. Tropez" series (1964-1982).
De Funès was known for his incredible energy, manic facial expressions, and physical comedy, which made him one of the most popular comedic actors in Europe. He won two César Awards, the highest film award in France, for his roles in "Le Grand Restaurant" (1966) and "La Folie des Grandeurs" (1971).
Besides his career in cinema, de Funès was also an accomplished pianist and published several recordings of his music. He was a Chevalier (Knight) of the Legion of Honour and in 1982 was promoted to Officer of the Legion of Honour.
De Funès died of a heart attack at the age of 68 in Nantes, France. Despite his passing, he remains a beloved icon of French cinema and his films continue to entertain audiences around the world.
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Marcel Dalio
Marcel Dalio (November 23, 1899 Paris-November 20, 1983 Paris) also known as Israel Moshe Blauschild or Dalio was a French actor.
Dalio was born in a Jewish family in Paris in 1899. He began his career as a stage actor and later started working in the French film industry. He appeared in over 100 films during his career including notable roles in "Grand Illusion" (1937), "To Be or Not to Be" (1942), and "Casablanca" (1942).
Dalio had to flee France during the Nazi occupation and escaped to the United States where he continued his acting career. He returned to France in 1946 after the end of World War II.
Aside from his acting career, Dalio was also a talented artist and photographer. He published several photography books and exhibited his artwork in galleries.
Dalio passed away in Paris in 1983 at the age of 83. He was buried in Montparnasse Cemetery in Paris.
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Pierre Richard-Willm
Pierre Richard-Willm (November 3, 1895 Bayonne-April 12, 1983 Paris) also known as Pierre-Alexandre Richard, Pierre Richard, Richard-Willm, P. Richard Willm, Pierre Richard Willm or Pierre-Richard Willm was a French actor.
He began his career performing on stage in the 1920s and made his film debut in 1926. Richard-Willm became known for his roles in French cinema during the 1930s and continued his successful career throughout the 1940s and 1950s. He worked with notable directors such as Claude Autant-Lara and Marcel L'Herbier. During World War II, he briefly left France to escape persecution by the Vichy regime due to his Jewish heritage. Richard-Willm eventually returned to France and continued acting until the late 1970s. He was also a recognized theater director and made occasional appearances on television. Richard-Willm received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the National Order of the Legion of Honour, the highest French order of merit.
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Maurice Ronet
Maurice Ronet (April 13, 1927 Nice-March 14, 1983 Paris) otherwise known as Maurice Julien Marie Robinet or Maurice Robinet was a French actor, film director, writer, screenwriter and television director. He had one child, Julien Ronet.
Ronet began his acting career in the 1950s, and became well-known for his roles in French New Wave films, especially in collaborations with director Louis Malle. He appeared in several films which have become classics of the period, including "Elevator to the Gallows" (1958) and "The Fire Within" (1963). Ronet had a reputation for portraying complex, troubled characters with great skill and nuance.
In addition to his acting work, Ronet also directed several films of his own, including "Le Voleur" (1967) and "Un peu de soleil dans l'eau froide" (1971). He also wrote screenplays and dabbled in television directing.
Ronet struggled with alcoholism for much of his life, and died of cirrhosis of the liver in 1983 at the age of 55. Despite his relatively short career, he is remembered as one of the great French actors of the 20th century.
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Henri Debain
Henri Debain (August 3, 1886 Paris-January 15, 1983 Paris) was a French actor.
He began his career on stage, performing in numerous theater productions in Paris. Debain then transitioned to film in the 1920s and went on to appear in over 150 movies. He often played supporting roles, including in Jean Renoir's "La Bête Humaine" (The Human Beast) and Marcel Carné's "Le Jour Se Lève" (Daybreak). In addition to his acting career, Debain was also a talented writer and published several novels during his lifetime. He remained active in the entertainment industry until the 1970s, appearing in his final film "Les feux de la chandeleur" (Candlemas Fires) in 1972.
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Paul Gégauff
Paul Gégauff (August 10, 1922 Blotzheim-December 24, 1983 Gjøvik) a.k.a. Paul Gegauff or P. Gegauff was a French screenwriter, actor and film director. His child is called Clemence Gegauff.
Gégauff began his career as a stage actor before transitioning into film in the 1950s. He gained critical acclaim for his collaborations with famed director Jean-Luc Godard, co-writing the screenplays for the films "Pierrot le Fou" and "Le Week-End". Gégauff also wrote and directed several of his own films, including "The Game Is Over" and "The Day and the Hour". Known for his acerbic wit and outspoken personality, Gégauff was a controversial figure in the French film industry. He often clashed with colleagues and earned a reputation as a difficult collaborator. Despite this, he continued to work prolifically until his untimely death in Norway in 1983.
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Marc Porel
Marc Porel (January 3, 1949 Lausanne-August 15, 1983 Casablanca) a.k.a. Marc Landry was a French actor. He had one child, Bérangère de Lagâtinerie.
Porel began his acting career in the 1960s, appearing in films such as "Le Samouraï" and "La Horse". He rose to fame in the 1970s with roles in popular Italian crime films such as "Live Like a Cop, Die Like a Man" and "Street Law". Porel also appeared in several French films, including "Les Galettes de Pont-Aven" and "Le Juge Fayard dit Le Shériff".
In addition to his acting career, Porel was a talented musician and singer, and he released several albums throughout the 1970s. He was also known for his personal life, which included relationships with Brigitte Bardot and other famous women.
Tragically, Porel died at the young age of 34 from a drug overdose in a hotel room in Casablanca, Morocco. Despite his short career, he left a lasting impact on European cinema and is remembered as a talented actor and musician.
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Tino Rossi
Tino Rossi (April 29, 1907 Ajaccio-September 26, 1983 Neuilly-sur-Seine) also known as Constantin Rossi or T. Rossi was a French singer and actor.
He began his career as a tenor in the 1930s and gained immense popularity in the 1940s as the leading singer in France. Rossi's melodious voice and romantic style endeared him to millions of fans around the world. He recorded hundreds of songs and performed in many films, earning him the nickname "The Latin Lover of Paris". During World War II, Rossi refused to perform for the German occupation forces and instead joined the French Resistance. After the war, he resumed his singing and acting career and continued until his death in 1983. Today, he is remembered as a cultural icon in France and his music continues to be enjoyed by people of all ages.
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Clément Duhour
Clément Duhour (December 11, 1912 Anglet-January 3, 1983 Hauts-de-Seine) was a French actor and film producer.
He started his acting career in the early 1930s and appeared in more than 100 films over the course of his career. He was known for his roles in films such as "Josette" (1937), "The Children of Paradise" (1945), and "The Lavender Hill Mob" (1951).
In addition to acting, Duhour was also a successful film producer, producing more than 20 films between 1948 and 1971. He worked with many well-known French directors, including Jean Renoir and Marcel Carné.
Throughout his career, Duhour was recognized for his contributions to French cinema. He was awarded the Legion of Honor in 1977 for his work in the arts. He remained active in the film industry until his death in 1983.
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Edmond Ardisson
Edmond Ardisson (October 23, 1904 Marseille-November 30, 1983 Jouarre) otherwise known as Edward Ardisson, Ardisson or E. Ardisson was a French actor.
Throughout his career, Ardisson appeared in over 120 French films, often playing supporting roles alongside some of the most famous actors of his time. He first made a name for himself in the 1930s and 1940s, starring in films like "The Puritan", "The Secret of St. Ives", and "The Pirates of the Bois de Boulogne".
In the 1950s and 1960s, Ardisson continued to act in popular French films, such as "Les Espions", "The Big Show", and "Walking in the Shadow". He also appeared in television programs and theater productions.
Despite his prolific career, Ardisson was known for staying out of the spotlight and keeping a low profile. He rarely gave interviews and was known to be very private. Ardisson passed away in 1983 at the age of 79 in Jouarre, France. Today, he is remembered as a talented character actor and a staple of French cinema.
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René Fallet
René Fallet (December 4, 1927 Villeneuve-Saint-Georges-July 25, 1983 Paris) was a French actor, writer and screenwriter.
René Fallet was a prolific writer, having authored over 30 books and several screenplays during his career. He gained widespread recognition in 1960 for his novel "Banlieue Sud-Est", which won the Prix Interallié.
Fallet's literary style was characterized by his affectionate portrayal of working-class and rural French communities. He often drew upon his own experiences growing up in a working-class family in the suburbs of Paris for inspiration.
Aside from his literary pursuits, Fallet also acted in several films, including "Le Triomphe de Michel Strogoff" (1961) and "Légitime Violence" (1982). He also wrote screenplays for films such as "La Grande Vadrouille" (1966) and "Les Enfants Terribles" (1950).
Despite his successful career, Fallet struggled with alcoholism and depression. He passed away in 1983 at the age of 55.
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Bernard Lancret
Bernard Lancret (September 4, 1912 Gonesse-September 5, 1983 Mougins) also known as Bernard Mahonedau was a French actor.
Lancret began his career on stage and later transitioned to film, appearing in over forty films throughout his career. He is perhaps best known for his roles in Jean-Pierre Melville's films, including "Bob le flambeur" (1955) and "Le Doulos" (1962). Lancret also appeared in several international productions, including "The Day of the Jackal" (1973) and "Casanova and Co." (1977). In addition to his work in film, Lancret also acted in numerous television shows and on the stage. Throughout his career, he worked with notable directors such as Louis Malle, Claude Chabrol, and François Truffaut. Lancret remained active in the industry until his death in 1983 at the age of 71.
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Jean Martinelli
Jean Martinelli (August 15, 1910 Paris-March 13, 1983 Paris) also known as Jean Siegfried Martinet was a French actor and voice actor.
Martinelli began his acting career on the stage in the 1930s before moving on to film in the 1940s. He appeared in over 80 films throughout his career and worked with legendary French directors such as Jean Cocteau and Henri-Georges Clouzot. Martinelli was also highly regarded as a voice actor, dubbing the voices of famous actors such as Clark Gable, Cary Grant, and Humphrey Bogart in French versions of their films. In addition to his acting career, Martinelli also worked as a director and screenwriter. He was awarded the Legion of Honour in 1982 for his contributions to French cinema.
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